March 13, 2024
School Custodian
Job Description
The Custodian will clean and maintain the school or other educational facilities.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Must pass a background check.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
- Detail-oriented and thorough.
- Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
- Ability to keep the school clean and orderly.
- Ability to interact with staff, students, parents, and visitors at school while remaining professional, polite, and courteous.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs general cleaning and janitorial duties in the common areas of the building.
- Performs minor repairs and maintenance such as replacing light fixtures or unclogging pipes.
- Assists in cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and cafeteria.
- Performs limited grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns and hedges and cleaning snow from sidewalks.
- Ensures heating and cooling systems are operational.
- Maintains a neat and orderly custodian’s room; ensures cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked.
- Washes windows.
- Assists in examining school for safety hazards; reports deficiencies to lead custodian, principal, and/or school resource officer.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods standing.
- Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
Terms of Employment
Salary:
Type of Assignment: Full-time, Exempt